TASTING NOTES FOR Oliver’s Taranga Vineyards HJ Reserve Shiraz McLaren Vale South Australia 2021

🍷 Appearance
Deep maroon with a dark, inky core. Rich and concentrated, showing intensity and depth.

👃 Aromas
Powerful and complex, with mulberry, blackberry and baked cherry compote.
Layers of fruit cake spice, anise, mocha and dark chocolate unfold, with a subtle mineral and earthy undertone adding sophistication.

👅 Palate
Full-bodied and richly textured, delivering waves of blackberry, black cherry and plum.
Notes of cacao nibs, spice and mocha integrate seamlessly with the fruit, while a mineral edge adds structure and intrigue.
There is both power and finesse here, with remarkable balance for such a concentrated wine.

🍈 Texture & Finish
Silky yet structured, with incredibly fine tannins that provide grip without heaviness.
The finish is long, layered and persistent, showing dark fruit, spice and chocolate complexity with impressive length.

🍇 Overall Style
A flagship McLaren Vale Shiraz—rich, powerful and deeply complex, yet polished and refined.
Combines old-vine intensity with modern precision, offering serious cellaring potential while still approachable in its youth.

🍽️ Food Pairing
Perfect with slow-cooked lamb, beef short ribs, grilled steak or rich braised dishes. Also exceptional with hard cheeses or hearty winter meals.

🥂 BBD Verdict
A seriously impressive Shiraz—this is premium McLaren Vale at its best.
Perfect for premium mixed dozens where you want a flagship, cellar-worthy red—or a standout straight dozen for collectors and serious Shiraz lovers.

Cheers
Peter Turnbull
Better Buy The Dozen 🍷